Arsenal's finishing problems go beyond the need for a clinical striker

Arsenal's recent struggles in front of goal cannot be solely attributed to the lack of a clinical striker. Although there has been criticism that they need to sign a proven goal scorer in January, their chance creation numbers and overall attacking play have been strong. The team excels in high pressing and creating scoring opportunities through their defensive work. Research shows that the impact of a player's finishing skill is relatively small compared to other factors like the quality of the shot. Arsenal's wastefulness in front of goal is also amplified by the crucial moments in which they miss chances. The team's defensive strengths and tight defensive foundation should also be considered when evaluating their attacking performance.